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Landscape Architecture

Outdoor environments engineered for the DFW climate and integrated with the home's architecture.

Our landscape design extends the architectural intent to the full site. We work with the DFW climate — heat-tolerant plantings, smart irrigation, drainage engineering — and coordinate hardscape, pools, and outdoor living spaces with the home's structural and MEP systems.

Deliverables

  • Site grading and drainage design
  • Planting plan with DFW-adapted species
  • Hardscape and outdoor living design
  • Pool and water feature coordination
  • Irrigation system specification
  • Landscape lighting plan

Why It Matters

  • Plant selections proven for North Texas heat and clay soils
  • Drainage engineered to DFW storm standards
  • Outdoor spaces designed as architectural extensions, not afterthoughts

Client confidence at this stage

“From the first feasibility meeting to the day we moved in, every step was documented and transparent. The decision gate process gave us confidence that we were never going to be surprised by a budget overrun. Our home in Preston Hollow turned out exactly as the 3D renderings showed.”

Michael & Sarah T. · Preston Hollow, Dallas

“We interviewed four builders in the DFW area before choosing this team. The difference was the architecture-first approach — they didn't just want to build a house, they wanted to protect the design intent through every phase of construction. The weekly reports kept us informed without overwhelming us.”

Jennifer L. · Westover Hills, Fort Worth

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Frequently asked questions

  • Do you build outside Dallas-Fort Worth?

    No. We only accept design-build projects within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This geographic focus lets us maintain strong relationships with local trade partners, stay current on municipal codes, and provide reliable timelines based on DFW-specific conditions.

  • Can you build on our lot in DFW?

    Yes. We frequently work on client-owned lots and include a feasibility assessment during the Discovery phase. We evaluate zoning, setbacks, soil conditions, floodplain status, and utility access before any design work begins.

  • Do you handle permits and HOA approvals?

    Yes. We manage the full permitting process with DFW municipalities and coordinate HOA architectural review submissions where required. Our team has direct experience with review boards in Highland Park, Southlake, Prosper, Frisco, and other regulated communities.

  • What happens if I want to change something during construction?

    Change orders are a normal part of custom home building. We document every change request with a written scope, cost impact, and schedule impact before any work proceeds. You approve or decline each change in writing — no verbal agreements, no ambiguity.

  • Can I choose my own architect or do I have to use yours?

    Both options work. We have in-house design capability and also partner with independent architects across DFW. If you already have an architect, we join the team during preconstruction to align the design with construction realities, budget, and schedule.

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